Friday, August 27, 2010

Steady Things in Life

I'm feeling melancholy today. You've been warned.

I've tried to keep my life outside of cycling and athletics out of this blog. But, alas, real life always comes a callin'. They say there are only two certain things in life: Death and taxes. I think I'll add a third: Riding my bicycle.

Let me explain a bit. I've been riding a bike in some form or another for over three quarters of my life. I've always been athletic and have usually been happiest while being active. Hence, my choice of coursework in college and the jobs I've had since I recieved my degree have all revolved around recreation, athletics, and/or bicycling in one form or another. The problem is work has been spotty at best and non-existent at the worst since I finished school. Riding my blue bicycle these past few years has been a way for me to always have something, other than my family and friends, that I can count on.

I could be having the worst day possible (and yesterday was), and be able to throw my leg over the frame and pedal away. If I choose a route I know very well, I don't have to think much, the bike just knows where to go. It's wonderfully freeing and it's a safe place to go.

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About the Author: Rider Stats

Twenty-something cycling enthusiast. Owns one road bike, but will own more in the future. Dreams of winning a field sprint. Has worked in three different bike shops. Loves playing around on that one bike. Loves and lives to ride.

Words To Ride By

"When they crash in those sprint finishes, it's 40-45mph. If they're on a decent, it can be 55-60mph. Next time you're in your car at 50mph, strip down to your underwear and jump out the door. And that's what it's like to crash in a professional bike race." ~Jonathan Vaughters